Use And Care Manual

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DRAINING THE TANK
See Figure 10.
To help prevent tank corrosion and keep liquid and vapor
condensate out of the air supply, drain the compressor
tank at the end of each day’s use.
To drain the tank:
Verify that the compressor is turned off.
Holding the compressor by its handle, tilt it in the
direction of the drain valve so that the valve is set in a
lower position.
Open the drain valve by rotating it ¼ turn
counterclockwise (fig. 10).
Keep the unit tilted until all liquid and vapor condensate
has been drained into a suitable container.
NOTE: Condensate is a polluting material; dispose of it
in compliance with local regulations.
Close the drain valve by rotating it ¼ turn clockwise (fig.
10).
CHECKING THE SAFETY VALVE
See Figure 11.
The safety valve will automatically release air if the air
receiver pressure exceeds the preset maximum. The valve
should be checked before each day of use by pulling the
ring by hand.
Turn the air compressor on and allow the tank to
fill. The compressor will shut off when the pressure
reaches the preset maximum.
Turn the air compressor off.
Pull the ring on the safety valve (fig. 11) to release air
for twenty seconds.
Release the ring. Air will stop escaping when the ring
is released. Any continued loss of air after releasing
the safety valve ring indicates a problem with the
safety valve. Discontinue use and seek service before
continued use of the air compressor.
OPERATION
WARNING:
If drain valve is clogged, unplug air compressor,
release tank pressure by pulling the safety valve ring,
and contact a qualified repair facility for service.
DANGER:
Do not attempt to tamper with safety valve. Anything
loosened from this device could fly up and hit you.
Failure to heed this warning could result in death or
serious personal injury.
SAFETY
VALVE
Fig. 11
DRAIN VALVE
Fig. 10
END OF OPERATION/STORAGE
Turn ON/OFF power switch to the OFF (O) position.
Unplug power cord from wall outlet and wrap around
handle area to prevent damage when not in use.
Wearing safety glasses drain tank of air by pulling the
ring on the safety valve. Use other hand to deflect fast
moving air from being directed toward your face.
Drain tank of condensation by opening drain valve on
bottom of tank. Tank pressure should be below 10 psi
when draining tank.
Air hose should be disconnected from compressor and
hung open ends down to allow any moisture to drain.
Compressor and hose should be stored in a cool, dry
place.
(open)
WARNING:
If air leaks after the ring has been released, or if the
valve is stuck and cannot be actuated by the ring, do not
use the air compressor until the safety valve has been
replaced. Use of the air compressor in this condition
could result in serious personal injury.
Drain valve
closed